I was off today, but I broke my neck taking out my FIRST Raleigh that my son gave me 30 some years ago. He purchased it used. A 1979 Raleigh Competition GS. This bike never fails to excite me. She has fresh new/used wheels, new tires, new tape, tune,and she gets down!! Since I was off today, and will be off Monday too, my timesheet is due on Monday. So, I did my regular ride to work commute to fill out my timesheet. Now, I am armed with lights, safety vest, and I take the full road on shoulderless roads.. Not bad for 8 or 9 month newbie..

It was cold too, about 34 to 36 degrees. However, I dressed for it, and the ride was sweet. Breathing in the fresh cool air and the Raleigh just taking every one of my pumps and giving me back pure joy, the feeling was priceless..

This bike is 1 of 5, but she is my baby...